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My regular opthalmologist wont refer me to retina specialist. i think i have detached retina ?

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Detachment unlikely: Ophthalmologists are well trained to detect detachment and are very sensitive as to this possiblity because this is not a condition to be wrong about. Is there something in your family history that makes this more likely? Have you had the classic symptoms: light flashing, floaters, greying of vision, traumatic history? I would guess you do not have a detachment. Second opinion?

Answered 4/5/2012

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2nd Opinion: Your ophthalmologist should be able to diagnose an rd with a dilated exam. If you are still concerned, seek a second opinion.

Answered 12/9/2013

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